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Puppies and dogs in Roxboro, North Carolina

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Canyon

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 3 yrs 8 mos
Roxboro, NC
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Art

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 7 mos
Roxboro, NC
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🎨 Meet Art 🎨 Puppy • High energy • Big heart Art is a bright, loving puppy who has already experienced a big change - he was adopted once and returned through no fault of his own. What he needs now is not perfection, but patience, consistency, and someone willing to help him learn how to be the best version of himself! Art is still figuring out the world and would thrive with a person or family who understands that puppies need guidance, structure, and time. He’s fairly high energy and will do best with regular exercise, training, and enrichment - especially since he loves toys, is very food motivated (a trainer’s dream!), and absolutely lives for the outdoors!🌳 Once he bonds with his person, Art is incredibly loyal and affectionate. With the right commitment, he has the potential to grow into an amazing companion! If you’re ready to put in the work, Art is ready to give his whole heart!❤️
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Myers

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Roxboro, NC
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Meet this handsome little bully mix! 💙 At around 35 pounds, he’s the perfect “medium” size and packed with personality. He’s a friendly, gentle boy who does great with kids and dogs of all sizes. He’s not a fan of cats, so a cat-free home would be best. He can be a little shy and timid when first meeting new people, but he warms up quickly and shows his sweet, playful side once he feels safe. One of his favorite things in is playing fetch, especially with a ball or frisbee. He’s also a big fan of bully sticks and marrow bones and will happily settle in to chew after playtime. He’s healthy, with no known allergies or medical concerns. He’s crate trained, sleeps quietly through the night, keeps his crate clean, and rides very well in the car. He’s currently working on his house-training skills and does best with consistent routines and supervision as he continues to improve in his new home. Overall, he’s a loving, fun, and affectionate little guy who will thrive with someone willing to give him a bit of patience, structure, and lots of love. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who’s equal parts playful and cuddly, he might just be your perfect match. 🐾
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Desmond

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Roxboro, NC
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Desmond is an older male pit bull (around 6) that is in need of an adopter who is willing to put in a lot of time and energy into his skin condition. He is great with people, children, other dogs, and listens to any commands. He has a great temperament and not high energy.
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Terra

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 9 mos
Roxboro, NC
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🧡🍁Meet Terra🍁🧡 2 years old • Female pit mix • Gentle soul Terra’s story started with hardship💔 She came to us extremely emaciated, and it was clear she hadn’t known consistent care and love. Since then, she’s been on a strict feeding schedule and is slowly, safely gaining the weight she needs - and with every passing week, she grows stronger!💪 But even more beautiful than her physical transformation is her spirit✨ Terra is an absolute lovebug! She enjoys spending time with her friends - both furry and human - and has a soft, affectionate nature that shines once she feels comfortable. She may need a little time to adjust to new people and surroundings, but with patience and reassurance, she truly blossoms🌸 She’s the kind of dog who just wants a chance. A chance at stability. A chance at kindness. A chance at being someone’s beloved companion. With a little patience and a lot of love, Terra has all the potential to become the perfect addition to a family ready to help her continue her journey. If you’re willing to give her the time she needs, Terra will give you her whole heart in return!💛
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Cookie

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
Roxboro, NC
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🩷🍪Say Hello to Cookie!🍪🩷 3 years old • Pocket pittie mix • Sweet as her name If your ideal dog is medium-sized, smart, loyal, and eager to please - then Cookie is your girl! Cookie loves cuddles, meeting new people (both human and canine), and playing outside🌳 She has a gentle, affectionate personality and truly thrives on connection. Her favorite place to be? Right next to her person!🩷 Cookie didn’t always know kindness. She had a very rough start to life and spent much of it chained outside with little human interaction and inconsistent food and water. When she arrived at the shelter, she was severely underweight (emaciated) and starved not just for food - but for love💔 Since going into foster care, Cookie has absolutely blossomed! Her foster has been amazed at how quickly she adapted to life as an indoor dog. She has learned how to navigate stairs, sleeps soundly in her crate through the night, and is very close to being fully potty trained! She has done well with the three other dogs in her foster home and continues to show how resilient and eager she is to learn. Cookie craves closeness, a warm soft bed, and regular meals. She still eats with the urgency of a dog who once didn’t know where her next meal would come from - but with stability and reassurance, she continues to grow more secure every day. What she needs now is someone who will never let her wonder again! Will you be Cookie’s forever person?

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Dog shelters and rescues in Roxboro, North Carolina

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Person County Animal Services

2103 Chub Lake Road, Roxboro, NC 27574

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Prayers 'n Paws Doberman Rescue, Inc.

P. O. Box 41, Roxboro, NC 27573

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ANIMAL PROTECTION SOCIETY OF PERSON COUNTY

PO Box 291, Roxboro, NC 27573

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Sheltered Hearts Animal Rescue and Education Inc.

1645 Jones Store Road, Roxboro, NC 27572

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Second Chance Pit Bull Rescue of NC

Rougemont, NC 27572

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Animal Protection Society of Caswell County

836 County Home Road, Yanceyville, NC 27379

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Vintage Racers for Rescues

Blanch, NC 27212

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Freedom Paws Animal Rescue

Durham, NC 27712

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Longleaf Animal Rescue

Hillsborough, NC 27278

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PAWS Rescue Organization

Guess Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, reptiles

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